Patacon (Fried Plantain Sandwich)

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1. 1Step 1: Toast your cashews and set aside.
2. 2Step 2: In a food processor, add your cilantro, toasted cashews, garlic, salt, and jalapenos. If you do not want this to be too spicy, either de-seed the jalapenos or add less of them. Whiz up and slowly add a few tablespoons of olive oil.
3. 3Step 3: Add the green mixture to the boneless chicken pieces. You can let it sit and marinate for 30 minutes, though this is optional.
4. 4Step 4: In a hot pan, add the chicken. Allow it to sear.
5. 5Step 5: Once chicken is seared, add a few cups of water and allow chicken to cook on medium/low heat until shreddable. You may also do this in an instapot.
6. 6Step 6: Taste and adjust for seasonings. Add lime juice and black pepper.
7. 7Step 7: Peel the plantain skin by cutting off the ends and taking a pairing knife and running it down one of the ridges of the plantain. Cut the plantain into thirds.
8. 8Step 8: In a hot pan or pot filled with oil, fry the plantain slices until golden brown.
9. 9Step 9: Once golden brown, remove and drain on a paper-towel. Using a tortilla press, smash the plantain into a thin disc. If you do not have a tortilla press, you can use your hands or a rolling pin.
10. 10Step 10: Fry again. You cannot skip this step or else the sandwich will not turn out right! The plantains will get nice and crispy.
11. 11Step 11: Remove and place on a paper-towel. Your sandwiches are ready to assemble.
12. 12Step 12: Place chicken filling on a plantain slice. Add tomato, cucumber, onion, and whatever condiments you enjoy. Your sandwich is ready to serve!